Kansas men’s basketball coach Bill Self recently praised transfer guard Zeke Mayo in a podcast interview, stating that Mayo has been the team’s most consistent player since June and is likely to start in the upcoming season. Mayo, who was the Summit League’s player of the year at South Dakota State last season, provides much-needed perimeter shooting for the Jayhawks.
Self also mentioned returning players KJ Adams, Hunter Dickinson, and Dajuan Harris Jr. as likely starters, emphasizing the importance of having shooting around Adams and Dickinson. Self discussed the possibility of Rylan Griffen and AJ Storr, two talented transfers, competing for a starting spot as well.
Self’s goal for the upcoming season is to have eight starting-caliber players to increase depth and protect against injuries. He highlighted the potential of freshman Flory Bidunga and the improvements Storr needs to make in his game, such as becoming a better offensive rebounder and defender.
With just over three weeks until Late Night in the Phog, Self is optimistic about the team’s prospects for the 2024-25 campaign. By addressing their needs through recruitment and the portal, Self believes the team is well-equipped to handle any challenges that may arise during the season. Fans can look forward to seeing Mayo and the rest of the Jayhawks in action in the coming months.
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